In *Monster Hunter Wilds*, the apex predator of the Oilwell Basin region is an ancient monster known as the Black Flame, or Nu Udra. To safeguard the village from its threats, you must conquer this formidable beast.
Monster Hunter Wilds Nu Udra Boss Fight Guide
Known Habitats: Oilwell Basin
Breakable Parts: Head and Arm
Recommended Elemental Attack: Water
Effective Status Effects: Poison (2x), Sleep (2x), Paralysis (1x), Blastblight (1x), Stun (2x), Exhaust (2x)
Effective Items: Pitfall Trap, Shock Trap
Attack the Tentacles
Nu Udra presents a significant challenge in *Monster Hunter Wilds* due to its expansive reach with massive tentacles, complicating evasion. These tentacles, however, are accessible to melee weapon users and can be severed for additional materials. Exercise caution, as they serve as potent weapons for the beast.
Aim for the Mouth
For those wielding ranged weapons, multiple targets present themselves, but the mouth is the prime location to strike. Locating it might be tricky due to Nu Udra’s nearly black skin. Despite this, the mouth is highly vulnerable, boasting a 4-star weakness. The head is another viable target, though it only has a 3-star weakness to ammo damage. It remains an excellent spot for blunt and cut damage.
Use Watermoss
Nu Udra’s affinity with fire is evident in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. Beyond its limb attacks, it employs fire-based assaults and can even ignite itself, inflicting the Fireblight debuff. Utilizing Watermoss to douse the creature is crucial for safe engagement.
Wear Fire Resistant Gear
Struggling against Nu Udra? Equip fire-resistant gear. The Quematrice armor set, featuring the Fire Resistance skill, is highly recommended. Enhance your protection further with decorations like the Fire Res Jewel to mitigate fire damage, or the Stream Jewel to boost your Water Attack skill.
Beware of Grab Attacks
Nu Udra’s arsenal includes a perilous grab attack. If you find yourself too close, the monster might ensnare you with its tentacles, followed by a fiery blast. During the brief pause before the attack, free yourself with a knife or target its weak spots using a Slinger.
Related: Monster Hunter Wilds Weapon Tier List (Best Weapons to Use)
How to Capture Nu Udra in Monster Hunter Wilds
To capture Nu Udra in *Monster Hunter Wilds*, equip yourself with either a Pitfall or Shock Trap. Timing is crucial; weaken the monster until it’s on the brink of defeat, indicated by a skull icon next to its health bar. Position the trap strategically, using meat as bait or luring the boss into it. Once trapped, swiftly administer a Tranquilizer to induce sleep within five seconds before the monster escapes.
That’s the comprehensive guide to defeating and capturing Nu Udra in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. Tackling this monster solo can be daunting, so consider leveraging multiplayer for a smoother victory.
*Monster Hunter Wilds is now available on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*
